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AV62 GKC

2012 Suzuki Swift

Orange Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

48,791 mi
Last recorded48,791 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 GKC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2025 48,791 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 46,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm - Dated 15' (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 May 2023 42,080 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 38,926 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 May 2021 34,627 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 32,234 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 29,441 miles

Offside Rear tyre nail in tread

o/s+n/s front tyres getting close to wear bars in tread.185/55/r16

Pass 25 May 2018 25,489 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 21,705 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 Jun 2017 21,705 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 19,386 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 14,525 miles

child seats fitted

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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AV62 GKC is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Orange with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 52,964 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV62 GKC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AV62 GKC registered?

AV62 GKC is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AV62 GKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV62 GKC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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